upright

[/ˈʌpraɪt/]

adjective/adverb/noun

vertical/honesto/direito

1. (adjective) in a vertical position; standing straight

The post must be kept upright.

O poste deve ser mantido na vertical.

2. (adjective) honest and morally correct

He is an upright citizen.

Ele é um cidadão honesto.

3. (adverb) in a vertical position or direction

Stand upright with your shoulders back.

Fique em pé com os ombros para trás.

4. (noun) a vertical support or structure

The uprights of the goal posts were padded.

Os montantes das traves foram acolchoados.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

vertical/honesto/direito

standard usage across Brazil

Portugal

direito/vertical/honesto

same as Brazilian Portuguese

upright and honest - completely honest and trustworthy

keep something upright - maintain a vertical position

stand upright - maintain proper posture

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